Manager, Toy Marketing

Pico Rivera, CA (Unknown)

$80K/yr – $90K/yrManager3+ years expFull time

Posted 11 days ago

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Job Summary

Own the voice and growth of our original character IPs through multi-channel marketing, content creation, and community engagement.

  • Lead social media strategy and content across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more
  • Drive campaigns for product launches and brand storytelling with cross-functional partners
  • Build and nurture a global fan community and influencer collaborations

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to grow our character brands across digital and retail channels.
  • Lead and manage our social media presence across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and other emerging platforms.
  • Create, plan, and publish fun, engaging content that builds brand awareness and drives sales.
  • Help define and strengthen the personality, voice, and storytelling of our original character IPs.
  • Support new product launches with creative marketing campaigns, promotional materials, and launch plans.
  • Build and engage our online community by interacting with fans, creators, and customers.
  • Collaborate with influencers, content creators, licensing partners, and brand collaborators to expand our reach.
  • Assist with email marketing campaigns and customer engagement initiatives.
  • Track campaign performance using social media insights, Google Analytics, Shopify, and other marketing tools to optimize results.
  • Stay on top of social media trends, pop culture, and emerging platforms to keep our brand fresh, playful, and relevant.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in marketing, brand marketing, or social media marketing.
  • Passion for characters, toys, lifestyle brands, pop culture, or entertainment.
  • A creative thinker who loves turning ideas into engaging content.
  • Strong understanding of current social media trends and viral content.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing company where you'll wear multiple hats.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage projects independently.
  • A collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
  • Passion for storytelling, community building, and brand growth.

Preferred

  • Video editing (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
  • Photography and basic photo editing
  • Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or similar creative tools
  • CapCut, Premiere Pro, or other video editing software
  • Illustration or drawing skills
  • Experience managing influencer or creator collaborations
  • A strong eye for cute, colorful, and fun visual design
  • Experience with Shopify or e-commerce marketing is a plus

Benefits

  • Work with adorable original characters every day.
  • Help shape and grow a global character IP brand.
  • Freedom to experiment with creative marketing ideas.
  • Be part of a fun, collaborative, and supportive team.
  • Your ideas matter—we encourage creativity, innovation, and initiative.
  • Opportunity to grow your career as our brands continue to expand worldwide.
  • Create products and stories that bring smiles to people around the world.
  • 401(k) to secure your future glow-up
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (we got your covered)
  • Paid Time Off – balance = creativity
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WSLicensing, Inc.

WSLICENSING INC is a global creative agency specializing in character licensing, brand development, and commercialization. Headquartered in Pico Rivera, California, with a strong presence in both the U.S. and Korea, we bring imaginative stories to life through beloved character brands like Anirollz, SushiSix, PANDAJ9, and more.Our mission is to enhance everyday moments by delivering high-quality products and experiences that inspire joy and engagement. Through innovative design and strategic partnerships, we aim to spread happiness and creativity worldwide.From plush toys and lifestyle goods to global collaborations with brands like SPAM®, Hershey’s and Nissin. we connect culture and commerce with heart.

Founded in 2012
Pico Rivera, California, USA
12 employees (5 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
248
Traffic Source Mix
Search
64.6%
Direct
22.5%
Referral
4.8%
Social
7.1%
Paid
0.9%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~12

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (17% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2